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Is Trump handing Ukraine and Europe over to Putin?

Observador28 August 2026 at 21:31

Professor Bernardo Valente, an international relations specialist at ISCSP, analyzes a news story published by the Washington Post about Putin's position on American foreign policy. According to this news, Putin considers the United States to be weakened and that there is an opportunity to weaken the European Union.

Valente's analysis comes in a context of growing concerns about the future of American support for Ukraine and NATO. The professor suggests that Trump's policy may be creating favorable conditions for Russian interests in Europe.

The article explores the dynamics between the Trump administration, Europe, and Russia, questioning whether American foreign policy decisions are benefiting Moscow. Valente uses the Washington Post analysis to reflect on the broader implications of this geopolitical situation.

The Washington Post news, as interpreted by Valente, indicates that Putin sees a window of opportunity to exploit the supposed weaknesses of the US and the EU, which raises questions about the future of transatlantic relations and the conflict in Ukraine.

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